PureMatte - Frequently Asked Questions
About PureMatte
WHAT IS PUREMATTE
PureMatte is a high performance HPL (high pressure laminate) with an EBC (electro-beam-cured) surface. This is an additional process to go through compared to normal HPL and makes it extremely hard wearing and suitable for horizontal surfaces. PureMatte performs exceptionally well in all scratch resistance, stain and chemical resistance and anti-fingerprint testing
HOW THICK IS THE SURFACE (HPL)
0.8mm
HOW SCRATCH & STAIN RESISTANT IS PUREMATTE
Very, refer to videos on our website or order samples and see for yourself!
IS PUREMATTE ANTI-FINGERPRINT
Very, refer to videos on our website or order samples and see for yourself!
Supply & Availability
WHAT SUBSTRATE OPTIONS ARE THERE
PureMatte is available pressed onto medium density fibreboard (MDF), moisture resistant (MR) MDF, fire resistant (FR) MDF and Birch Plywood
CAN I BUY SHEET ONLY
Yes, PureMatte is available in a 3050x1220x0.8mm sheet form
WHAT THICKNESS OPTIONS ARE THERE
MDF substrates are available in 6, 9, 12, 16, 18, 25 and 30mm thickness. Birch Ply is available in 12, 18 and 24mm thickness.
WHAT SIZE DOES PUREMATTE COME IN
PureMatte is available in 2440x1220 and 3000x1200 sheets in the various substrate options. 2440x1220 is standard
IS THERE MATCHING EDGE TAPE AVAILABLE
Yes, all PureMatte colours come with a matching ABS unglued edge tape in 23x1mm and 44x1mm sizes
WHAT COLOURS DOES PUREMATTE COME IN
6 different colours, Rave, Dove, Atlantic, Syrah, Mist and Riverstone
WHAT IS THE LEAD-TIME
Allow 2 weeks for manufacture
WHERE IS PUREMATTE MADE
The PureMatte HPL comes out of Germany. All pressing and processing of panel is done by Hallmark Group in Rangiora
IS PUREMATTE HELD IN STOCK
Hallmark Group holds stock of the HPL and various substrates. We laminate to order.
Pricing & Route to Market
WHO DOES HALLMARK SELL TO
We typically supply to fabricators such as kitchen & furniture manufacturers, joiners, benchtop producers, building merchants and fitout companies throughout NZ
WHO DON’T HALLMARK SELL TO
We do not sell direct to the public
DOES HALLMARK GROUP OFFER PRE-FABRICATION OF PANELS
No, Hallmark Group presses standard sheet sizes only
HOW DO I SPECIFY PUREMATTE
Please refer to our ‘how to specify’ document. We need to know the colour required, substate type, size and thickness, quantity and whether you require face 2 sides or 1 face/1 back.
WHAT IS THE COST
Pricing is available to trade customers, please email sales@hallmarkgroup.co.nz
WHO CAN FABRICATE THE PANEL FOR MY PROJECT
Any joiner who has access to CNC and edge-banding machinery can cut and edge PureMatte
Uses & Limitations
WHAT ARE TYPICAL USES FOR PUREMATTE
Typical uses are lobbys, lift linings, desking, wall linings, joinery, kitchens, benchtops, furniture etc
CAN PUREMATTE BE USED IN WET AREAS
Yes, provided the substrate and glue used during the lamination process is rated for use in wet areas
CAN PUREMATTE BE USED OUTSIDE
PureMatte can be used in covered-in outdoor entertaining areas. Ensure substrate and glue used during the lamination process is rated for use in exterior applications
IS PUREMATTE FIRE RATED
Yes, PureMatte HPL sheet meets group 1S fire rating